International (EUR)
Sketching with watercolour and ink by Neil Whitehead.
Capture the energy and architecture of the places you love using expressive line and wash. Learn to sketch in a loose, rhythmic style and use vibrant watercolours to create unique urban masterpieces.
Whether you are a beginner taking your first steps sketching outdoors, or a more experienced urban sketcher looking to loosen your style and approach watercolour in a new way, renowned urban landscape artist Neil Whitehead will help you bring your favourite places to life on paper.
Packed with inspiring paintings, outdoor demonstrations, practical exercises to help you relax and let go, and plenty of useful tips, *Line & Wash in the Urban Landscape* is a comprehensive and visually exciting guide to this popular art form.
The book covers:
- What you need to get started: all the essential tools and materials.
- Choosing a subject and working outdoors: how to find a location and select an area of interest.
- Capturing character: sketching quickly, simplifying and working freely.
- Continuous line drawing and prioritising rhythm over perfection.
- Using watercolour for drama, depth and energy.
- Understanding composition and perspective.
- Working from reference photos: for when you can’t get outside.
Urban sketching communities and groups are growing worldwide – there’s never been a better time to get outdoors and sketch!
Publisher: Search Press
ISBN 13/EAN: 9781800921955
Size: 204x260 mm
Pages: 128
Language: English
